Doctor insights on:
What Should I Do If My Ra Gets Worse

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Worsening Symptoms:
In general, if you start to have worsening symptoms of a disease you should see a physician. A physician can tell you if your particular symptoms are serious or not and can help you manage them.
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It depends.:
Runner's knee is a vague term. If you're not getting better, than you should see a non-surgical sports medicine specialist, who could determine the exact nature of your problem, and then come up with an appropriate treatment plan.
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Baby sunburn:
Use a small child approved moisturizer probably with aloe and nothing to cause allergy or irritate the skin. No alcohol and no retin-a. Just use the moisturizer and keep the skin clean, all should heal fine...If not see a pediatrician. Be sure not to get anymore sunburns as future damage is being done.
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Examination:
You should see your doctor or an orthopedist to determine the cause of the pain. A physical examination and possibly x-rays or other tests may be needed. The treatment depends on the cause of the pain.
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Many Possibilities:
Depending on how long it's been going on, i would consider an evaluation by a spine specialist. Sometimes it could be a muscle imbalance, early onset arthritis or scoliosis. Also could be a pinched nerve/herniated disc. Either way it might be good to figure it out and get appropriate treatment.
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Knee pain:
If the knee dislocated, this may be associated with injury to the popliteal artery (intimal tear, etc). Otherwise, a "pop" is not in of itself significant. You need to describe what you mean by a "pop". If you have undue pain in the leg or leg swelling, go to the emergency room immediately.
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Regular eye exams:
Rhematoid arthritis can often cause your eyes and/or mouth to be dry. Over-the-counter lubricating drops can work in most cases, but occasionally it requires prescription medicine. Regular exams with your eye doctor is recommended.
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Ophtalmologist:
If your eye is affected , has to be evaluated by the ophtalmologist to define what is the problem , a dry eye, a scleritis or other problems. He will decide togheter with your rheumatologist the best treatment.
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Many Possibilities:
Depending on how long it's been going on, i would consider an evaluation by a spine specialist. Sometimes it could be a muscle imbalance, early onset arthritis or scoliosis. Also could be a pinched nerve/herniated disc. Either way it might be good to figure it out and get appropriate treatment.
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Left chest pain :
Left chest pain radiating to the left arm is typical of heart pain. While tthere are other causes, you will need to undergo a thorough evaluation by your doctor. Sounds like angina, but other causes are possible as well. Please do NOT delay the exam.
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Acupuncture:
Whenever I do acupuncture for tennis elbow - the results always knock my patients and i off our feet. Excellent results with either kb1 (large needle into interosseous membrane of forearm) or auricular (ear) acupuncture.
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See a specialist:
I'm not sure what kind of asthma you have, how severe, what did you do to manage and why is it uncontrolled? Without comprehensive evaluation and proper management, including a proper follow up, your asthma will not be controlled. Check aaaai.org or acaai.org for an allergist in your area, good luck
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Get follow up.:
Dvt can worsen if left untreated and has the potential for serious complications such as pulmonary embolism and death. If there is any question of having a DVT or of DVT worsening then you should have a venous ultrasound and see a vein specialist or medical doctor. Do not delay in having a follow up evaluation.
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